Joseph Smith was more than a prophet of God. He was also a human being who, like the rest of us, experienced triumphs and failures, joys and sorrows. Learning of theses experiences helps us develop a deeper understanding of the man who is best known as the founder and first prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

In these pages are stories of Joseph as a brother, father, son, husband, friend, and leader. Know Brother Joseph contains short essays from over 40 historians, editors, teachers, and writers who have spend years delving into historical records to closely study many aspects of Joseph Smith. Each author chose to write on a topic that was personally meaningful, and the resulting essays offer educational insights and inspiration for our own lives. 

This book is designed to provide both a bird's-eye and a granular view of Joseph's life. The essays are organized in rough chronological order, presenting a broad history and an overview of how Joseph developed as a man and a prophet. At the same time, since each essay is focused on a single topic, readers will find close examinations of his relationships, challenges, and personality - providing a deeper understanding of him as a person.

These essays also investigate Joseph's spiritual experiences an events that were crucial to the Restoration - including the First Vision, the translation of the Book of Mormon, his revelations and the development of Zion. 

Altogether, these essays shed light on Joseph's humanity. Coming to know Brother Joseph as a person gives Latter-day Saints more appreciation for how the Lord used him as an instrument to restore the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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